5 Daily Fantasy Basketball Value Plays for 12/21/16

With J.R. Smith on the shelf, DeAndre Liggins is expected to move into the starting lineup. Which other low-cost options are in a good spot?

One of the keys to finding success in daily fantasy basketball is uncovering potential value plays. If you're looking to roster a stud player or two, you need to consider squeezing in one of these lower-priced options into your lineup.

Let's take a look at five players who can help fill in the gaps in your lineup.

DeAndre Liggins, SG, Cleveland Cavaliers

DeAndre Liggins is reported to be moving into the starting lineup because of the thumb injury to J.R. Smith. In four starts this season, Liggins is averaging 6 points, 3 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 1.5 steals in 25.9 minutes of play. He should see big minutes tonight, and that alone makes him valuable at the minimum salary.

Dwight Powell, PF, Dallas Mavericks

Though Salah Mejri has been the interim big man starter, it is Dwight Powell who is capitalizing on his opportunity. Powell has done a serviceable job behind the scenes, posting per-game averages of 9.7 points and 6.3 rebounds in 24.4 minutes over his past three contests.

John Henson, C, Milwaukee Bucks

John Henson has not slowed down since becoming a starter, and he is averaging 9.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1.7 blocks, and 1.3 steals over his past three games. Henson put up 14 points and 8 rebounds last night versus the Cavs, the same team he will face again tonight.